Geriatric Care Manager; Field Based in Fairfield

Geriatric Care Manager (Field Based in Fairfield County)

RVNAhealth is seeking a compassionate and experienced Geriatric Care Manager to play a key role in the development and delivery of our new Geriatric Care Management Program. This position is ideal for a MSW, LCSW, CGCM, or an RN/LPN with a CGCM certification and who is passionate about supporting seniors and their families through comprehensive, person-centered care — right in the comfort of their own homes.

Hours: Full Time (37.5 hours/week) — Flexible schedule based on client needs.

Location: This is a Field-based position covering towns in Fairfield County.

• Assist in the development and implementation of the Geriatric Care Management Program
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and contribute to comprehensive patient care plans
• Coordinate medical services and identify needs for additional home health services
• Refer clients and families to appropriate community resources and services

• Conduct psychosocial assessments to identify client strengths, needs, and preferences
• Develop individualized care plans addressing physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs
• Provide counseling, education, and ongoing support to clients and caregivers
• Advocate for client rights, preferences, and quality of life
• Provide caregiver stress relief and guidance

• Participate in agency-wide community presentations
• Attend community events and establish relationships with partners and referral sources
• Promote awareness of Staying
  
  WELL and RVNAhealth programs and services

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all client interactions and interventions
• Remain knowledgeable and compliant with all agency, regulatory, and legal requirements, including HIPAA, DOH, and Corporate Compliance standards
• Stay current with best practices in geriatric social work and care management Qualifications & Experience
  • Must have one of the following licenses/certifications:
    • Master of Social Work (MSW)
    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in CT
    • Certified Geriatric Care Manager (CGCM)
    • RN or LPN License AND Certified Geriatric Care Manager (CGCM)
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with geriatric clients and dementia care.
  • Experience with aging-related issues including caregiving, chronic illness, and end-of-life care.
  • Certification in care management through NACCM or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
  • Valid driver's license with ability to travel in all weather and environmental conditions.
  Why RVNAhealth?

  RVNAhealth (formerly known as RVNA, the Ridgefield Visiting Nurse Association) is a twelve‑time winner of the Hearst Media Top Workplaces Award. We offer rewarding career opportunities where you can make an enormous impact.

  Benefits of Working at RVNAhealth
  • Competitive compensation
  • Extensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, a 403(b) plan with matching contributions, life and disability insurance plans
  • Paid time off
  • Personal Wellness Days
  • A supportive and employee‑centric culture
  • Comprehensive orientation
  • Career path
  • Ongoing educational, training and certification opportunities
  • Wellness programs
  Compensation

  The pay range for this position is $75,000 to $78,000 per year and represents RVNAhealth’s commitment to pay transparency and is a reasonable estimate of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. The final salary for this role will be determined based on careful consideration of a variety of factors, such as the candidate’s exact location, experience, and expertise related to the qualifications.

  RVNAhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

  It will be a condition of employment at RVNAhealth to submit to a pre‑employment physical/drug screen and background check, which may include the following: fingerprinting, verification of employment, paraprofessional certifications, designations or licenses, and educational background.

  Seniority level

  Mid‑Senior level

  Employment type

  Full‑time

  Job function

  Health Care Provider

  Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care